Description
Advanced on-the-job-training for entry-level long-haul truck driving jobs. Truck drivers in the advanced certificate program are on the road 50 to 70 hours (approximately half of which is driving time, and half of which is navigating time). Behind the wheel practice includes backing techniques, proper cornering, up and down hill maneuvers, space and speed management, coupling/uncoupling, city and highway driving maneuvers. Training on cargo loading, securement and documentation, map reading, DOT logbooks, trip planning, accident and fire prevention and reporting, hazardous material transportation and documentation. Prerequisites: TRK 110 and 120.